Joe Olin
Stanwood,WA
Summary
With over 15 years of experience in managerial and leadership roles, I have successfully led a 150-member production team. Specialized training in emotional intelligence, conflict resolution, and Six Sigma lean manufacturing has equipped me with the necessary skills to effectively handle complex situations. Possess strong mechanical and technical skills enabling excellence in problem-solving and multitasking. Expertise in food safety, HACCP, and plant safety ensures a safe working environment. Highly skilled in operating heavy equipment, including cranes, 26-ton forklifts, skid steers, and loaders. Proficient in troubleshooting and diagnosing malfunctioning equipment.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Manager
Bellingham Cold Storage
10.2021 - 02.2025
- Increased production efficiency by optimizing plant layout and implementing process improvements.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers.
- Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Led, trained and coached plant staff to facilitate high levels of productivity and quality.
- Oversaw daily operations of 490,000 sq. ft. Storage and Production Facilities.
- Oversaw safety,compliance and food safety standards, worked closely with the HACCP team,FDA,NOAA Department of Commerce.
- Maintained quality of product with robust inspections and assessment team.
Production Manager
RAM TECHNOLOGIES
01.2018 - 09.2021
- Coordinated production with Engineering, sales, QA, and operations to create the production schedule
- Ensured all products meet quality standards and are in compliance with ISO 9001 and Six Sigma Lean manufacturing protocols
- Developed and implemented training, Scheduled production personnel and managed labor cost
- Maintained current Inventory, oversaw shipping receiving department
- Maintained the cleanliness and safety of the plant and other work areas, as needed
- Ensured the facility, equipment, and machines are at a level to meet production demands and deadlines
- Responsible and accountable for continuous improvement and efficiencies throughout the production plant
- Provided direct supervision over staff in accordance with company policy and procedures
- Interviewed, hired, coached and molded employees into efficient employees inline with companies creed
Millwright / Project Manager
IMPRESSIONS WORLDWIDE
06.2014 - 01.2018
- Coordinated the installation and removal of industrial machinery and equipment nationwide
- Performed high rigging and rigging for mobile cranes and/or helicopters to move heavy loads (e.g., machinery, air handling units, to high work areas or rooftops
- Organized freight transportation of equipment and machinery to each project
- Oversaw remanufacturing process of machinery
- Liaison to Project customers
- Assisted in sales of new projects and remanufactured equipment
Production Manager
T.M. Tire Inc
08.2008 - 12.2013
- Oversaw 45 person production floor
- Implemented strict safety and product quality to FMCSA and DOT standards
- Oversaw shipping, receiving and inventory of customer products
- Responsible for hiring, training coaching and discipline of production employees
- Implemented a strict preventative maintenance schedule for production machinery
- Worked closely with sales and QA department
Journeyman Local 1 Union Ironworkers
Gateway Steel Erectors
06.1999 - 02.2008
- Completed a four year Apprenticeship
- Advanced training in hoisting, rigging and balancing heavy cumbersome loads to be lifted via crane or other machinery
- Advanced training on moving, setting, leveling, lining and tramming machinery
- Advanced training in the use of industry specific heavy industrial tools and machinery
- Set heavy machinery, air conditioning units and generators on top of high rise buildings hoisted by helicopter and tower cranes
- Worked on the construction of several high rise buildings, bridges and roadways
Education
Bachelors of Science - Business Management
Kaplan University
07.2010
Skills
- Plant and warehouse operations
- Project management
- Operations management
- Production planning
- Safety management
- Continuous improvement
- Performance improvements
- Lean Six Sigma Methodology
Hobbies and Interests
- Some of my interests are sports medicine, nutrition, naturopathic medicine.
- I am a State Licensed mortgage loan officer NMLS #2087569 I write mortgage loans as a hobby and side business.
- I really enjoy urban sightseeing and touring, I've been all over Seattle taking photos.
Timeline
Plant Manager
Bellingham Cold Storage
10.2021 - 02.2025
Production Manager
RAM TECHNOLOGIES
01.2018 - 09.2021
Millwright / Project Manager
IMPRESSIONS WORLDWIDE
06.2014 - 01.2018
Production Manager
T.M. Tire Inc
08.2008 - 12.2013
Journeyman Local 1 Union Ironworkers
Gateway Steel Erectors
06.1999 - 02.2008
Bachelors of Science - Business Management
Kaplan University
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